RIIMPO334E — Conduct skid steer loader operations using attachments
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What an assessment for RIIMPO334E must cover
96 assessable components: 6 elements (28 performance criteria), 48 performance evidence and 18 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 2 foundation skills. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.
Elements & performance criteria
1. Plan and prepare for skid steer loader operations
- 1.1Access, interpret and apply skid steer loader operations documentation
- 1.2Obtain, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements
- 1.3Identify hazards and environmental issues, assess the risk and implement control measures in line with workplace policies
- 1.4Select and wear personal protective equipment required for work activities
- 1.5Obtain, identify and implement traffic signage requirements according to standard operating procedures and safe work practices
- 1.6Select required skid steer loader equipment and confirm suitability for work activities
- 1.7Obtain and interpret emergency procedures for skid steer loader, and be prepared for fire, accidents and emergencies
- 1.8Coordinate and communicate planned activities with others at the site prior to commencement of work activity
2. Operate skid steer loader in line with established requirements
- 2.1Carry out prestart, start-up, park checks in line with workplace procedures
- 2.2Identify faults or defects and rectify or report within scope of own responsibility and according to workplace procedures
- 2.3Drive and operate loader, using techniques suited to equipment capabilities, site and work conditions, and according to workplace procedures
- 2.4Monitor hazards and risks, and ensure safety of self, other personnel, plant and equipment
- 2.5Monitor and manage equipment performance using indicators and alarms
3. Load, carry and place materials to complete work activity
- 3.1Establish weight of load and ensure it is within safe operational limits of the machine
- 3.2Position machinery to ensure stable and effective shift of materials in line with workplace procedures
- 3.3Shift load safely and effectively, using hand, audible and communication signals, in line with workplace procedures
- 3.4Park up, shut down, secure and carry out post operational inspection of equipment in line with workplace procedures
4. Select, remove, fit and use attachments for loader
- 4.1Select attachment for the task
- 4.2Fit attachment in line with workplace procedures
- 4.3Test attachment and ensure correct fitting and operation in line with manufacturers’ specifications
- 4.4Use attachment within design limits and in accordance with workplace procedures
- 4.5Remove, clean and store attachments in designated location in line with workplace procedures
5. Relocate the skid steer loader
- 5.1Prepare skid steer loader for relocation in a safe manner
- 5.2Move skid steer loader safely between worksites, observing relevant codes and traffic management requirements
- 5.3Assist loading and unloading machine from float/trailer as required by workplace procedures
6. Conduct housekeeping activities
- 6.1Clear work area and dispose of or recycle materials according to workplace procedures
- 6.2Manage and/or report hazards, and maintain a safe working environment
- 6.3Complete and file or distribute documentation in a manner that complies with workplace practices
Performance evidence
- conducting prestart checks prior to commencing operations and shutdown procedures on completion of operations
- driving, manoeuvering and operating skid steer loader smoothly, and adjusting techniques to suit site conditions
- performing skid steer loading tasks which must include at least one of the following on each occasion (i.e. two occasions in total):
- stripping/spreading materials
- backfilling
- loading vehicles
- excavations
- mixing materials
- site clean up
- compacting
- lifting and carrying materials
- cutting batters and benches
- rock breaking
- using communication systems to confirm activity, correct path and process to safely move and transport load
- positioning skid steer loader ensuring stability in operations
- shifting and placing materials
- selecting, fitting, testing, using and removing a minimum of one attachment per occasion (i.e. two occasions in total), which must be certified and approved in line with workplace procedures and could include, but are not limited to, the following:
- multipurpose bucket
- forks
- dozer blade
- backhoe
- auger
- chain digger
- power broom
- profiler
- tiller/mixer
- rotary hoe
- hammer
- asphalt cutter/saw
- concrete cutter/saw
- rake
- assisting with loading and unloading skid steer loader from float/trailer
- parking and securing equipment.
- locate and apply relevant documentation, policies and procedures
- select and wear personal protective equipment required for work activities
- carry out vehicle refuelling requirements and procedures where applicable
- identify the components and specific actions of a skid steer
- identify skid steer loader tasks
- apply safe work practices and identifying and reporting all potential hazards, risks and environmental issues
- monitor and manage equipment performance using indicators and alarms
- identify common equipment faults
- prepare equipment for maintenance
- establish weight of load
- manage changes in the loads centre of gravity during transportation
- apply problem solving and troubleshooting techniques when operating equipment
- select and use the required tools, equipment and attachments
- use a range of communication techniques and equipment essential to the safe completion of work activity, including hand, audible and other signals
- meet written and verbal reporting requirements and procedures associated with skid steer loader operations.
Knowledge evidence
- Key policies and procedures, legislation and established requirements for skid steer loader operation using attachments, including those relating to:
- materials handling using safety data sheets
- environmental protection
- fire, accident and emergency
- work health and safety, including signs of operator fatigue and how it should be managed
- site isolation and traffic control responsibilities and authorities
- project quality requirements
- maintenance and basic diagnostics
- housekeeping activities
- personal protective equipment
- chain of responsibility for loading and unloading of equipment
- recycle materials
- machine guidance systems
- Key factors affecting work activities described in performance evidence above, including:
- technical capabilities and limitations
- equipment specifications
- ground conditions
- type and weight of load.
Foundation skills
- Reading: Identifies and interprets information from workplace procedures, documentation, legislation and regulations
- Numeracy: Uses equipment operating capacity schedule to confirm safe weight load limits
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